Armenia Proud

On this episode of Armenia Proud, Johno brings on an exciting special guest! This week we have Mher Mkrtchyan, director, writer, and producer of Johno’s favorite Armenian movie “Kyanq u Kriv“. Johno’s friend Garik Vardanyan is on the show as well as they interview Mkrtchyan. This is sure to be enjoyable for all to listen to….

On this episode of Armenia Proud, Johno brings us some exciting Armenian news! Henrikh Mkhitaryan makes his first appearance on the pitch with the Arsenal Gunners this week. Plus, it’s Armenia’s Armed Forces Day and Johno thanks all the brave men and women who defend Armenia. The feature this week comes from Anush who brings us another great interview. She talks to Irina Ponomarenko. Irina is a sommelier at the Sommelier at North American Sommelier Association and a cognac educator.

On this episode of Armenia Proud, Johno brings us a great interview with Michael Tatoian! Michael is the President and CEO of Dover International Speedway and the Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Dover Motorsports, Inc. He is also responsible for the Firefly Music Festival which is considered one of the best music festivals in the country. Michael tells us all about his life working with NASCAR, popular musicians, and military officials. Plus, he talks about his great excitement at going to Armenia for the first time this summer.

On this episode of Armenia Proud, Johno interviews Roffi Petrossian. Roffi tells us all about journey from one end of Armenia to the other with his camera crew and a few drones. He talks about his beautiful trip through many different locations and his experience with meeting the people of Armenia. Plus, Anush brings us another great interview this week. She talks to Ararat Mkrtchyan the owner and founder of Voskeni Wines.

On this episode of Armenia Proud, Johno and Kris are here to talk about the latest in Armenian news. Also, Anush Gharibyan O’Connor brings us another great wine segment! This time, Anush interviews Christine Veys, who has Armenian, Greek, and Egyptian heritage. Christine is a wine buyer at a restaurant called Rossoblu in Los Angeles. The two talk about how they got into the wine industry and what keeps them loving wine!Check out the restaurant at Rossablula.com.

On this episode of Armenia Proud, Johno has a great interview with trumpeter and composer, Michael Sarian. Michael talks to us about how he got into playing Jazz and about his upcoming tour to Argentina. He also talks about his work with AGBU Performing Arts and his desire to play in Armenia one day. You can find out more about Michael Sarian at www.michaelsarian.com.

Also, Anush Gharibyan O’Connor brings us another great wine segment! This time Anush talks to us about how to prepare a great Thanksgiving Day feast and it involves butter, wine, and an injector. You won’t want to miss this delicious segment.

On this episode of Armenia Proud, Johno kicks off the show with one half of Arm Comedy, Sergey Sargsyan! Sergey talks to us about how he got started in comedy and he lets us know about the latest project Arm Comedy has been working on.

Also, back by popular demand, Danny Bedrosian comes back after a finishing his latest tour! He gives us another brilliant history lesson into the origins of the Armenian people and how even ancient historians mention the tribe of Armenians.

On this episode of Armenia Proud, Johno brings on Saro Ayvazian from AGBU GenNext. Savo talks about the mentorship program that has been implemented in California to help Armenian kids to learn and grow with the help of mentors. He discusses how these kids are found and how they are put on a path to college and becoming the next generation of great Armenians. You can find out more about ABGU GenNext by going to their website www.agbugennext.org.

Also, Anush Gharibyan O’Connor brings us another great interview. She talks to co-authors Dr. Matthew Horkey and Charine Tan about their book Uncorking the Caucasus. It is a great book that gives you information about all the great wineries in and around Armenia.

On this episode of Armenia Proud, Anush brings us a great interview with Stepan Bagdasarian the owner of Wine Plus! Wine Plus is an online retailer for many types of wines from around the world. They also have an entire section dedicated to Armenian wines. You can find their Armenian wine selections at www.winesofArmenia.com. So, go out and purchase some Armenian wine from Wine Plus while you listen to this great interview!

On this episode of Armenia Proud, Johno has a big show this week! Johno interviews Armine Hakopyan on the all the great work she does with helping Armenian kids understand our Armenian language. You can find out more about her work at www.armeniankidsclub.com or on Facebook. Anush Gharibyan O’Connor comes on to talk about the tragedy in the Napa Valley and how will impact the wine world. Plus, Greg Asatourian finishes the show with a great sports segment!

On this episode of Armenia Proud, Johno interviews Bared Maronian the creator of the highly acclaimed documentary “Women of 1915”! Enjoy another interesting show that Armenia Proud once again delivers.

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